Elements and Performance Criteria

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Relevant compliance documentation
may include:
legislative, organisation and site requirements and procedures
manufacturer's guidelines and specifications
Australian standards
code of practice
Employment and workplace relations legislation
Equal Employment Opportunity and Disability Discrimination legislation
Work instructions may come from:
briefings, handovers, plans and work orders and may be written or verbal, formal or informal and may include:
nature and scope of tasks
specifications
quality of finished works
achievement targets
operational conditions
obtaining of permits required
site layout
out of bounds areas
worksite inspection requirements
lighting conditions
plant or equipment defects
hazards and potential hazards
coordination requirements or issues
contamination control requirements
environmental control requirements
barricade and signage requirements
Hazards may include those associated with:
equipment
stored energy
work methods
human error
the work environment
Coordination requirements may include
other operators
other maintenance personnel,
supervisors
other worksite personnel
Personal protective equipment includes:
steel-capped boots and hardhat
gloves
dust mask
eye and hearing protection
general protective and reflective clothing
Equipment may include:
drilling equipment
camping equipment
navigational aids
mobile laboratory
emergency aids
First Aid pack
communications devices
surveying equipment
sampling devices and storage
4WD vehicles
mobile computers and associated devices
Equipment checks may include:
regular visual inspection including pre-start neutral for all control levers
check on correct operation
observation of display instruments and gauges function
observation of recording instruments and gauges
hydraulic system (including filters, strainers, hose, hose fitting and oils)
air systems and filters
vehicles (including wheels, tyres, clutch, brakes and fluid levels)
batteries
Symptoms of faults may include:
indications on instruments or gauges
noises
vibrations
smells
overheated hydraulic motors or lines
visual indicators (e.g. smoke)
Procedures for keeping tools and consumables in good condition may include:
effective storage
use of desiccants
store chemicals (cement, bentonite, and so on) in safe dry conditions secure from livestock
Hot work is any work or task that has the potential to create fire or explosion, and may include:
welding
grinding
fuel transfer
Spotters are used to:
ensure that no fires develop from slag or hot metal generated during hot work
Maintenance may include:
operating checks
daily checks
programmed maintenance
breakdown maintenance
prescribed lubrication
Reporting requirements may include:
tool records
service and maintenance
metres drilled
operating hours since last service
Diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures may include:
diagnostics built into equipment
diagnostics applying externally
troubleshooting procedures recommended by manufacturers
troubleshooting procedures developed by organisation
knowledge of sources of help for more complex problems

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to worksite operations and satisfy all of the requirements of the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge and the range statement of this unit and include evidence of the following:
knowledge of the requirements, procedures and instructions for carrying out of operational maintenance
implementation of requirements, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient completion of operational maintenance
working with others to undertake and complete operational maintenance that meets all of the required outcomes
consistent timely completion of operational maintenance that safely, effectively and efficiently meets the required outcomes
Context of and specific resources for assessment
This unit must be assessed in the context of the work environment. Where personal safety or environmental damage are limiting factors, assessment may occur in a simulated environment provided it is realistic and sufficiently rigorous to cover all aspects of workplace performance, including task skills, task management skills, contingency management skills and job role environment skills.
The assessment environment should not disadvantage the participant. For example, language, literacy and numeracy demands of assessment should not be greater than those required on the job.
Customisation of assessment and delivery environment to sensitively accommodate cultural diversity.
Aboriginal people and other people from a non English speaking background may have second language issues.
Assessment of this competency requires typical resources normally used in the work environment. Selection and use of resources for particular worksites may differ due to site circumstances.
Where applicable, physical resources should include equipment modified for people with disabilities.
Access must be provided to appropriate learning and/or assessment support when required.
Method of assessment
This unit may be assessed in a holistic way with other units of competency. The assessment strategy for this unit must verify required knowledge and skill and practical application using more than one of the following assessment methods:
written and/or oral assessment of the candidate's required knowledge
observed, documented and/or first hand testimonial evidence of the candidate's:
implementation of appropriate requirement, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient achievement of required outcomes
consistently achieving the required outcomes
first hand testimonial evidence of the candidate's:
working with others to undertake and complete operational maintenance
Guidance information for assessment
Consult the SkillsDMC User Guide for further information on assessment including access and equity issues.